Hardliners state intent in Glazer campaign

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THE battle for control of Manchester United took on a sinister edge last night when militant fans issued threats to the club’s directors, the Glazer family and their financial backers in the event of an £800 million takeover by Malcolm Glazer, the American billionaire, and his sons.

The Manchester Education Committee (MEC), whose preferred attire is a balaclava and black combat suit, stepped up its campaign as the United board prepared to discuss the Glazers’ second proposal in three months. The board is considering whether to grant them a period of due diligence, during which they would have access to